Dallas, TX — September 4, 2025, Aaron Tei was injured in a car accident at about 3:50 a.m. on F.M. 1382/Belt Line Road.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a northbound 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 hit a highway sign and overturned south of Interstate 20.

Driver Aaron Tei, 43, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Dallas County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

In the early hours when roads are quiet and distractions fewer, a serious crash still managed to unfold, reminding us that something more than simple error may be at play. When a vehicle suddenly leaves its path and flips over, questions naturally arise about what, if anything, might have been missed beneath the surface.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? It’s unclear how deep investigators went in this case. For a crash that resulted in a rollover, standard scene photos and written notes aren’t enough. What’s needed is a full reconstruction, something that includes mapping the trajectory of the vehicle, checking road surface for pre-impact tire marks and evaluating driver behavior in the moments before the crash. Whether Dallas County authorities invested the necessary time and resources into this remains unknown. Without that effort, key facts could be lost or misinterpreted.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Rollovers, especially those that begin with striking a stationary object, raise immediate concerns about vehicle performance. Was there a steering or suspension failure? Did the brakes respond appropriately? A 2019 model should not behave unpredictably unless something mechanical or electronic went wrong. These are not questions that can be answered from the outside; they require a hands-on inspection by someone trained to spot defects. If that hasn't happened, an important piece of the puzzle is still missing.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern trucks like the Dodge Ram often store critical data that can show when the driver hit the brakes, how fast the vehicle was moving and whether safety systems kicked in. Phones and GPS data can also shed light on whether there were distractions or navigation errors. That kind of digital evidence is often the only way to verify or rule out key theories. But unless someone stepped in early to secure that data, there's a real risk it may already be gone.

Every crash leaves behind two stories. The one told by what’s visible and the one buried in the data, machinery and missed signs. It's only by digging into both that the truth really comes out.

Key Takeaways:

• A full reconstruction is critical when a vehicle rolls over.
• Mechanical issues can’t be ruled out without a proper inspection.
• Electronic data from the vehicle may offer answers not visible at the scene.